1965 Mazda Familia vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 580 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mazda Familia | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 2351 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2610 mm |
